1966 FIFA World Cup

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The 1966 FIFA World Cup was the eighth FIFA World Cup, a quadrennial football tournament for men's senior national teams. It was played in England from 11 July to 30 July 1966. England defeated West Germany 4–2 in the final to win their first ever World Cup title. The final had finished at 2–2 after 90 minutes and went to extra time, when Geoff Hurst scored two goals to complete his hat-trick, the first to be scored in a men's World Cup final. England were the fifth nation to win the event, and the third host nation to win after Uruguay in 1930 and Italy in 1934. Two time Reigning champions Brazil failed to go past the group stage, as they were defeated by Hungary and Portugal. It was the first time that defending champions were eliminated in the group stages after Italy in 1950. This would not occur again until 36 years later.

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Tommy Charlton pays emotional tribute to Jack and Bobby - and reveals why he missed the 1966 World Cup final Tommy Charlton said his siblings Jack and Bobby "died as my brothers - not as famous footballers", as he remembers the legacy they left behind. Sky News - Published on November 2, 2023
Watch: Bobby Charlton's 1966 World Cup goals Watch all three goals scored by Bobby Charlton during England's 1966 World Cup winning campaign. BBC Sport - Published on October 21, 2023
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